Pivot Doors: Modern Luxury

Pivot Doors: Modern Luxury

Entry doors are undoubtedly a focal point of any home’s design. A striking entry way sets the tone for your guests and can be a welcoming feature. For those seeking a modern upgrade, a pivot door can be the ideal choice to add a sleek touch to any home décor. 

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Return on Investment: 2019 Cost vs Value Report

Return on Investment: 2019 Cost vs Value Report

Deciding on whether to upgrade to impact-resistant windows and doors can be a difficult decision for many homeowners and property managers. Many factors are considered in this process, but a major factor is the price of the windows and doors. At Window & Door Design Center, we often find customers asking us what upgrading will do to the value of their property. If you find yourself wondering the same thing, we are here to help.

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Glass Tints and Coatings: Your Options Explained

Glass Tints and Coatings: Your Options Explained

When considering new impact windows and doors, a critical decision to be made it what your glass will look like. Impact resistant glass is available with a variety of tints, energy coatings and even textures! With all of these options, it's important to understand which glass features best match your goals and design style.

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UV Protection from Impact Glass

UV Protection from Impact Glass

With summer just starting, it is apparent that this one will be extremely hot, and with that comes an abundance of UV rays. This can have an adverse effect not only on the temperature of your home, but continued exposure to UV rays can cause fading of flooring, furniture and even artwork. Impact-resistant glass found in hurricane windows and doors can help block UV rays through Florida’s harsh weather. 

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How to Vet a Contractor

How to Vet a Contractor

As we begin the Atlantic Hurricane Season of 2019, many South Floridians recall the impact of Hurricanes Irma, Maria and Michael. Many homeowners may be considering how to further protect their homes from future storms. When it comes to your family’s homes, choosing a reputable and trustworthy contractor is vital. Window & Door Design Center has some suggestions to help you in your search. 

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2019 Hurricane Season Prediction

2019 Hurricane Season Prediction

On May 6th, The Weather Company (parent company of The Weather Channel) put out their annual prediction of this year’s Atlantic Hurricane Season. While it is still early in the year and hurricane season has not yet officially started, these predictions take into consideration several weather patterns that historically have some influence on the formulation of tropical activity. 

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Design Trend Spotlight: Folding Doors

Design Trend Spotlight: Folding Doors

In recent years, folding doors or bi-fold doors as they are commonly referred to, have steadily increased in popularity among those looking to blend indoor and outdoor spaces in a seamless and stylish fashion.

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South Florida’s Unique Window Market

South Florida’s Unique Window Market

As a leader in the impact window industry in South Florida, it is vital for our team to be well versed in the area’s unique requirements. Florida juts into an area of the Atlantic Ocean that is accurately nicknamed Hurricane Alley. Unsurprisingly, this means Florida, and especially South Florida, are subject to frequent tropical activity. 

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Additional Benefits of Impact-Resistant Windows and Doors

Additional Benefits of Impact-Resistant Windows and Doors

Impact-Resistant windows and doors have become an increasingly popular choice with South Florida home owners in the last decade, but what many may not realize is these products offer more than just storm protection. These windows and doors also provide intruder protection, UV protection and noise reduction benefits as well.

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Home Design Trends Make Their Way to the World of Windows and Doors

Home Design Trends Make Their Way to the World of Windows and Doors

As we charge ahead on 2018, forecasters and trend watchers are putting out their ideas as to what the big trends of the year are shaping up to be. Trends are reflected not in just design style elements like color and material, but also in technological advancements seen across the home building industry. Our manufacturers are consistently adding new products, options and details so that homeowners can stay on trend and protected.

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